LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

LETTER FROM THE BRITISH CONSUL GENERAL

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Join us for an insightful and comprehensive webinar reviewing recent changes and trends in US I-9 and UK Right to Work rules and regulations. This webinar, presented by Squire Patton Boggs, brings together legal experts in immigration and employment verification law to provide you with valuable insights with the following: 

•  Recent changes to US I-9/Employment Verification process including phase-in of the newly designed Form I-9 and implementation of remote verification option.
• An update on the latest UK Right to Work and immigration compliance developments in a post-Brexit environment.
• Technological considerations including implementation of electronic I-9 systems and cautionary tales relating to use of AI tools triggering immigration discrimination exposure in the hiring process.
• Strategies and insights for maintaining compliance including record-keeping best practices.
• Q&A session with our panel.

Whether you're an HR professional, legal counsel, or a business owner, this webinar equips you with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively manage cross-border hiring and compliance within the United States and the United Kingdom.

DON'T DELAY - REGISTER TODAY - SPACE IS EXTREMELY LIMITED!

Sustainability has shifted from what many viewed as "nice to have" to a business imperative. While the need is clear, the vision and framework varies. In this session, we're inviting expert panelists to help tackle the what, why, business case and regulatory policies that are driving sustainability to the top of the corporate boardroom. Speakers will navigate today's sustainability landscape from supply chain and data collection to reporting and positioning.    

Join us on Wednesday, October 25th at 5:30 p.m. for an engaging interactive panel discussion on this important topic. Carmen Sanchez, Senior Vice President at Bank of America and Linda Pfatteicher, Partner at Dentons will moderate. Special guests include Ellen Leung, VP, Sustainability at E.L.F. Beauty; Erin L. Smith, Bank of America Sustainability Strategy Executive, Business Banking & Global Commercial Banking; and Aaron Fishleder, VP of Operations at Cakebread Cellars.

Now 60% Sold Out. Don’t Dilly Dally to Get Your Spot at the Bay Area’s Best Holiday Party in Town!

The Annual Christmas Luncheon is the BABC's flagship social event and a real highlight of the City's holiday season. Typically attended by over 1,000 members of the Bay Area business community, this year, we will celebrate the 60th "Diamond" Annual Christmas Luncheon which will once again be held at the spectacular Fairmont Hotel, atop Nob Hill on Friday, December 15th, 2023.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE

Gold – $5,500 – 3 Available

Silver – $4,500 – 4 Available

Bronze – $3,500 – 3 Available

Sponsorship opportunities are still available, offering premium seating close to the stage, 

as well as exclusive pre-and during-event promotional opportunities. Contact Jo Healey for more information.

More details available here.

The Fairmont is pleased to offer discounted room rates for our guests. There are currently 10 rooms available at these rates. If the block is showing as full, please contact Jo Healey. We will see if we can get an additional room block.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR DISCOUNTED ROOM



On Thursday, October 5^th, we welcomed golfers to the 11^th Annual International Golf Scramble and enjoyed some incredible sunshine. Thanks to the many organizations that promoted the tournament and made it a truly international affair including: BAIA, California Spain Chamber of Commerce, French American Chamber of Commerce, German American Business Association, Japanese Chamber of Commerce, Japan Society of Northern California, SF Kiwis, and the Swedish American Chamber of Commerce.

We would like to thank all of our sponsors and donors - Please see below - as well as our volunteers, Kelly Murphy, Connor MacDonald, Max Murphy, Andrea, Kristin Whitlock and Senay Ryan who were pivotal in ensuring everything ran smoothly.

Please view the photos here.

Congratulations to all our prize winners and a special shout out to the tournament champions, Gordon Stirling, Olivier Severin, Julian Marsh and Donna Amo.

Finally, huge thanks to all the winning bidders of our Auction Items. We greatly appreciate your support.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS AND DONORS:

EAGLE:

Fairmont San Francisco / Claremont Club & Spa

AKI

BIRDIE:

CCW Business Solutions

HOLE:

Preferred Bank

Spott Lucey & Wall

IN-KIND:

Wailea Beach Resort

King Tut Tours

Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

St. Regis Hotel, San Francisco

Graeme Baxter Art

Fugazi Travel

Onyx Brand Solutions

Golf Mart San Rafael

Morris Whiskey

Crystal Springs Golf Course

Metropolitan Links Golf Course

AKI

Aktiv Solutions

Nigel Warren and Catherine Bishop

On October 3^rd, we hosted the first in a series of leadership workshops, with thanks to the BABC NeXtGen Committee for organizing.  

The event was highly interactive and a lot of fun.  

Fiona Roberts, founder of BiaMindset, a consultancy that supports organizations to develop their talent, provided us with personal resilience strategies to sustain high performance in a forever changing environment.

If you are interested in joining us for the next session in January, please email [email protected]. 

If you are a company looking to develop your talent and bring leadership workshops to your organization, please contact Fiona Roberts at [email protected].

Many nonprofit leaders are seeking ways to harness the new tools brought about by generative artificial intelligence (AI) functionality. Before leaping into the brave new world of generative AI, however, careful consideration should be given to the potential legal, contractual, and regulatory complications that business uses of AI can present. Can professionals ensure accuracy when using AI tools? What should a nonprofit do (or not do) to maintain control over its valuable data and content? How should staff and volunteers be instructed to manage privacy risks?

Join Venable's complimentary webinar on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM ET to hear panelists address these concerns and other best practices for nonprofits to thoughtfully embrace this evolving technology.    

Can't make the live webcast? Register now, and you'll receive the recording and slides following the presentation.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Congratulations Edward Roe on your appointment as General Manager of the Claremont Club & Spa in Berkeley, a Fairmont Hotel, and on your impressive career with Fairmont and the hospitality industry. Thank you for you support of BABC Northern California!

Hello Friends!

We are thrilled to announce the 4th annual Werqwise Halloween Party, and can't wait to see all of you dressed up in your spookiest costumes!

The party will take place TOMORROW! Thursday, October 12th, in our Downtown SF location. This event is completely free, and open to all members of our community!

The party will start in the 4th floor lounge with a great assortment of food, drinks and live music from Jane Blonde & the Goldfingers. As the evening progresses, we will transition to our Speakeasy where DJ DJ Tranceparent will be spinning all night long! However, you will have partake in a treacherous journey through our haunted tunnel in order to escape the prison guards and party down in the Speakeasy. Muahaha!

Whether you just pop in for a quick drink, or choose to dance through the night, we are so excited to see all of you for what is sure to be a very memorable early Halloween celebration!

Please RSVP as soon as possible - we have limited capacity, and this event will sell out!

See you there,

-Werqwise Team

The Saint Andrew's Society is excited to announce their next Whiskey Wednesdays virtual tasting event: "Spookie Distilleries back from the dead," on October 25th from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, where they will highlight Whiskies that have returned from the grave from The Whisky Shop of San Francisco.

• Glenglassaugh Revival
• Bruichladdich Classic Laddie
• Benriach 10
• Lindores Abbey

Join them for a unique virtual whisky journey that transcends borders. Whisky Wednesdays presents a delightful exploration of American single malts with a Scottish influence. Sample a curated selection of four Scottish-inspired whiskies, each carrying the essence of Scotland's rich whisky-making heritage. It's more than just whisky; it's a chance to connect with fellow enthusiasts and support the Saint Andrews Society Foundation 501(c)3.

Tickets: $65 for Members / $85 for Non-Members

To ensure your whisky reaches you at the perfect time for the event, kindly secure your tickets by October 18th.

Osborne Clarke welcomes Javier Fernandez-Samaniego, a new Partner who recently joined Osborne Clarke's US team and whose arrival heralds the opening of their Miami office. The office will be Osborne Clarke's third US office and its 26th international location.

As the company continues to grow, Osborne Clarke celebrates its 275th anniversary. The firm was founded in the UK in 1748 and even back then built a reputation for innovation and pragmatism.

According to London & Partners, London Heathrow has reclaimed its title as the world’s most connected airport according to aviation database OAG, having risen 21 places in the ranking, with New York’s JFK coming in second place. The news comes after Heathrow fell to 22nd place in last year’s ranking, with Chicago’s O’Hare airport taking the number one spot in terms of international arrivals, departures and total number of worldwide destinations in 2022. The findings of this year’s database symbolises the resilience and adaptability of not just Heathrow but airports worldwide and is important in demonstrating the buoyancy of international travel and connection post-pandemic.

Please meet Olivia Daly. Olivia, from the UK, is looking for a role in Marketing in the San Francisco Bay Area or New York City. Olivia is working with a J1 Trainee Visa provider who can process the right to work documents in the US. This visa, which will be approved by the US Department of State, will provide her the ability to work in the US for 18 months.  Visit this website to learn more about Olivia and if she might be a fit for any openings in your company. Here is her Linkedin Profile.

CORPORATE MEMBER

Established in 1996, Currencies Direct is one of the world’s leading non-bank provider of currency exchange and international payment services. An innovative service provider of international transfers for consumers and high net worth individuals, we cater to an extensive global client base to whom we offer competitive exchange rates and personalized service. With 25 branches across the world, our staff is ready to provide live exchange rates no matter your time zone. Our experts will speak with you about your situation and provide guidance to ensure you make a well-timed transfer at an exceptional rate.

Currencies Direct is regulated and licensed in all major jurisdictions and has expanded its services to provide dynamic and pioneering ‘business to business’ solutions to help companies, tier 2/3 banks, and other non-bank financial institutions process their international payments. Whether you personally have an upcoming international transaction, or you manage clients that do, we can help.

PREMIER MEMBER

Whatever you need to thrive and grow, Bank of America Global Commercial Banking is by your side with the resources, solutions and vision to see you through. Drawing on the strength of one of largest commercial banking groups in the U.S, we provide a full range of integrated financial offerings. Delivering smart solutions that make it easier to do business, and the expertise to help you take on what’s next.

CORPORATE MEMBER

KPMG LLP is the U.S. firm of the KPMG global organization of independent professional services firms providing audit, tax and advisory services. The KPMG global organization operates in 143 countries and territories and has more than 265,000 people working in member firms around the world. KPMG is widely recognized for being a great place to work and build a career. Our people share a sense of purpose in the work we do, and a strong commitment to community service, inclusion and diversity and eradicating childhood illiteracy.

One of the benefits of membership in the BABC Northern California is the opportunity to access Member-to-Member-Only special offers and hot deals.

To learn how to access codes and instructions, log in to your BABC Account and click on the Member-to-Member Deals button.

To take advantage of these Member-to-Member offers, join the BABC today to obtain the discount code. Click here to learn more about membership.